Real Madrid tread carefully with Vinicius Jr.'s contract renewal to avoid dressing room unrest

The forward has been one of Real Madrid's best players in the last couple of years, leading the team to winning trophies.

The Brazilian's current deal runs until the summer of 2027, but the club are keen to extend his stay at the Santiago Bernabéu.

Real are treading carefully to avoid upsetting the dressing room dynamic, according to AS, via Sportal.

Upon arriving at Real Madrid at 18, Vinicius signed a lucrative contract worth €1.2 million per season.

In 2022, his contract was renewed, increasing his salary to €4.7 million with built-in escalators tied to performance and years of service. This could see his earnings reach €15 million per season by 2027.

Real want to extend Vinicius's contract but are wary of offering a significant raise that could disrupt the wage structure and cause friction within the squad.

If Vinicius earns more than €15 million a season, he would surpass the likes of Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham, potentially leading them to demand similar salaries.

The club's hierarchy is handling the situation delicately to avoid any potential conflict. However, Vinicius's representatives argue that Mbappé received a substantial signing bonus upon joining Real Madrid, which, when amortized over the contract's duration, effectively increases his annual earnings. Negotiations are ongoing, but it remains to be seen if a compromise can be reached.